MTD Series 200, Operator'S Manual

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Problem Cause Remedy
Engine Fails to start Spark plug wire disconnected 1.
Fuel tank empty or stale fuel 2.
Throttle control lever (if equipped) not in 3.
correct starting position
Choke not in ON position 4.
Blocked fuel line 5.
Faulty spark plug 6.
Engine flooding 7.
Connect wire to spark plug 1.
Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline 2.
Move throttle lever to start position 3.
Move lever to ON position 4.
Clean fuel line 5.
Clean, adjust gap, or replace 6.
Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not 7.
prime (if equipped)
Engine runs erratic Spark plug wire loose 1.
Unit running on CHOKE 2.
Blocked fuel line or stale fuel 3.
Vent plugged 4.
Water or dirt in fuel system 5.
Dirty air cleaner 6.
Carburetor out of adjustment 7.
Connect and tighten spark plug wire 1.
Move choke lever to OFF 2.
Clean fuel line; fill tank with clean, fresh 3.
gasoline
Clear vent 4.
Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel 5.
Clean following engine manual 6.
Refer to engine manual 7.
Engine overheats Engine oil level low 1.
Dirty air filter 2.
Air flow restricted 3.
Carburetor not adjusted properly 4.
Fill crankcase with proper oil 1.
Clean air cleaner 2.
Remove blower housing and clean 3.
Refer to engine manual 4.
Tines do not engage Foreign object lodged in tines 1.
Tine clevis pin(s) missing 2.
Belt worn and/or stretched 3.
Pulley and idler not in correct adjustment 4.
Stop tiller completely, check and discard 1.
foreign object
Replace tine clevis pin(s) 2.
Replace belt 3.
Take unit to authorized service 4.
Troubleshooting
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